Recent Pattern Reviews

Heidi & Finn - Coco Jacket Coco Jacket When you have 6 grandchildren 4 and under, there is always someone to sew something for! I've done some pattern testing for a great little company called Heidi&Finn over the last year and of course the Little People get to reap the rewards. Heidi&Finn have some really cute designs for kids- you re... more...

Burda - 7658 DRESS I finally got around to sewing this Burda Shirtdress. It's been around forever, on my radar forever, but ugh- fitting, collar, buttonholes...it just never seemed important enough, when tshirts are so quick and more fiddly sewing was devoted to wedding dresses!
HA on me as it took little time, and i... more...

Lolita Patterns - 3013 Sugar Plum When I was first introduced to Lolita patterns my first thought was " what does a 50mumble,mumble year old who is on the too much chocolate side of svelte, and who, when she wears 3 inch heels towers over most anyone - have in common with a pattern company who includes in their profile the terms " ... more...

About Me

I am always sewing! When I am not sewing, I am designing in my head- it helps keep it out of the clouds! Constantly outgrowing my studio, and continually adding treasures to my stash. Lately my love... more